Recombination rate saturation mechanisms at oxidized surfaces of high-efficiency silicon solar cells.

Investigates the mechanism of recombination and its effect on cell performance using two-dimensional numerical computer simulations. Extent to which lateral conduction in the rear surface channel contributes to the observed recombination saturation in the cells; Factors contributed to the behavior of passivated emitter and rear locally diffused silicon solar cells; Overview of the electrostatic conditions.